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Course unit, curriculum year 2024–2025
SOC.100

Finnish Society and Culture, 5 cr

Tampere University
Teaching periods
Active in period 1 (1.8.2024–20.10.2024)
Active in period 2 (21.10.2024–31.12.2024)
Course code
SOC.100
Language of instruction
English
Academic years
2024–2025, 2025–2026, 2026–2027
Level of study
Basic studies
Grading scale
Pass-Fail
Persons responsible
Responsible teacher:
Mikko Perkiö
Responsible organisation
Faculty of Social Sciences 100 %
Coordinating organisation
Social Sciences Studies 100 %

The module serves as a basic introduction to the society and culture of contemporary Finland. The module is organized around different thematic lectures and related readings and tasks. The lectures are given by experts in the fields of e.g. Finnish History, Welfare State, Foreign Policy, Information Society, Technology, Innovations, Literature, Culture, Music, Art, Design, Environmental issues, Forestry, Business and business branches especially in the Tampere region.

Learning outcomes
Studies that include this course
Completion option 1

Participation in teaching

30.09.2024 09.12.2024
Active in period 1 (1.8.2024–20.10.2024)
Active in period 2 (21.10.2024–31.12.2024)